MS in Biomedical Sciences

Are you interested in a career where you can contribute to better health and quality of life for millions of people around the globe? The satisfaction of knowing that your work could one day help millions is only one of the potential benefits of earning a master of science in biomedical sciences.

KCU's College of Biosciences can provide you the skills necessary for a successful and rewarding career as a research scientist in a biomedical laboratory or give you the solid foundation you need to pursue doctoral programs in medicine or the life sciences. Students interested in pursuing the accredited master of science in biomedical sciences can enroll in either a one-year track or a research (two-year) track, each tailored to meet the needs and goals of individual students.

The one-year track is more classroom intensive, while the research track includes additional emphasis on advanced courses and provides an opportunity for you to conduct an original research project that takes place under the direct supervision of an experienced research scientist.

MS in Biomedical Sciences (One-Year)

KCU offers a one-year program for the master of science in biomedical sciences degree, which prepares you to pursue doctoral programs in health-care fields, such as medicine.

The one-year degree program includes coursework in the following disciplines: anatomy, biochemistry, biostatistics and epidemiology, cell biology, genetics, histology, neuroscience, physiology, molecular biology, and research instrumentation and methodology as well as preparation of a research paper.

Standard Curriculum Length of one-year program is approximately 11 months.

Important: This is meant to provide a brief overview of the curriculum. For complete course policies and requirements, see the University Catalog.

MS in Biomedical Sciences (Two-Year/Research)

KCU offers a research program for the master of science in biomedical sciences degree, which is ideal for individuals who are interested in careers as research scientists.

This program includes coursework in the following disciplines, such as biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, research design and ethics, research instrumentation and methodology, biostatistics, epidemiology and molecular biology.

Advanced, individualized tutorial classes that complement your original research project and interests are included, as is a requirement to complete a thesis based on an original research project.

Example Curriculum Students in the research program will take an individualized curriculum based on their entering backgrounds and goals. This program takes approximately two years to complete. Example curriculum noted below: